SCAtoday.net - Leatherwork

Medieval baby bottles found in Veliky Novgorod

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:14:51 -0400

Archaeologists working at excavations in Veliky Novgorod, Russia have discovered leather and horn bottle used to feed infants. The bottles were crafted by medieval Slavs.

Have We Got a Tannery?

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 13:36:09 -0500

Start: 2008/04/12 - 10:00

End: 2008/04/13 - 15:30

Timezone: Europe/London

description:
Members of the Archaeological Leather Group are frequently contacted by archaeologists who think they have uncovered a tannery site. Very often, the only evidence is a hole in the ground containing some pieces of leather. In order to increase knowledge and understanding of leather manufacturing techniques, the ALG is organising conference entitled Archaeological Leather Group Weekend Conference HAVE WE GOT A TANNERY?

Location:
Archaeological Leather Group (Walsall, England)

Errant Knight Jewellery

Fri, 4 Jan 2008 22:09:23 -0500

Errant Knight offers stunning hand-made authentic artefact replicas including court belts, sword and armour belts and jewelry. All items are thoroughly researched to ensure historical accuracy.visit Errant Knight Jewellery

Do-it-yourself Cuirass Lorica Musculata

Thu, 6 Dec 2007 08:08:38 -0500

Those interested in the re-creation of Roman armor will want to visit Anthony Congiano's website for a tutorial on creating a leather Cuirass Lorica Musculata.

Black Tower Enterprises Leather Armor and Accessories

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 23:39:54 -0400

Black Tower Enterprises specializes in Custom made SCA armor and accessories. If you have always wanted leather armor with your SCA device or Celtic knotwork in the colors of your choice, then check out their catalog and gallery of past customized armor.

If you do not see a style of armor or a particular piece of armor, contact them about making custom projects. In addition to leather products, Black Tower Enterprises has partnered with Castle Keepsakes to coordinate your custom armor designs with custom costuming and other fabric accessories.visit Black Tower Enterprises Leather Armor and Accessories

Leatherworker shares love of SCA and his craft

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 07:39:35 -0400

Alamogordo, New Mexico leatherworker Terrence English has worked his trade for over 40 years, a career that includes work for the films "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" and "Excalibur." He is a member of the Shire of the White Mountains in the Outlands.

Raised Heel Footwear Website Created

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 08:01:49 -0500

Francis Classe has created a website with photos and documentation on recreating and constructing historical raised heel shoes, such as chopines, pantoufles, or zoccoli.

MacFarlane Swords and Accessories, LLC

Sun, 22 Oct 2006 17:43:18 -0400

MacFarlane Swords and Accessories, LLC, is a low-price provider of swords, knives, axes, helms, pouches, and accessories. They invite inquiries about items not listed in their catalog and are willing to try to find hard-to-locate specialty items.

MacFarlane Swords and Accessories also creates custom leather items upon request, with each item being individually priced according to difficultyvisit MacFarlane Swords and Accessories, LLC

Oslo Garbage Dump Yields Medieval Treasures

Wed, 11 Oct 2006 18:04:00 -0400

A garbage dump dating from the 13th or 14th century has been discovered in Oslo, Norway. The massive collection of discarded items includes over 1,000 shoes.

National Geographic: The Joy of Shoes

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 19:06:42 -0400

The online version of the September 2006 issue of National Geographic Magazine includes an article on "The Joy of Shoes." The article includes photos and references to modern and historic shoes.

Saxon Whip Puzzles Experts

Sun, 27 Nov 2005 12:27:51 -0500

A 1,000-year-old whip, found in a midden, has puzzled researchers since its discovery 15 years ago, but new research seems to point to its use as a disciplinary aid for slaves.

Cote & Cutler Outfitters

Mon, 21 Nov 2005 05:02:53 -0500

Based in Australia, but shipping worldwide, Cote & Cutler Outfitters are specialists in the field of historical costume and accessories.visit Cote & Cutler Outfitters

By My Hand: Gloves and Mittens

Wed, 28 Sep 2005 08:36:52 -0400

"Cold hands, warm heart?" The warmth of your heart is up to you, but Dame Aoife has help for keeping hands warm during winter's chill.

The Rose & Crowne

Mon, 1 Aug 2005 20:12:47 -0400

The Rose & Crowne features fine Renaissance clothing such as bodices, chemises, tunics, capes, cloaks, mantles, and more. Handmade, leather blank journals and hard bound books are perfect for the minstrel and the cook in which to keep all your creations. They also offer their own line of cooking spices and herbs, many of them organically grown.visit The Rose & Crowne

"Bit of Bronze" Reveals Anglo-Saxon Burial Chamber

Sun, 29 May 2005 14:02:48 -0400

Archaeologists in Southend, England are thrilled with the discovery of a 1400-year-old Anglo-Saxon royal burial chamber. The grave was discovered when surveyers spotted "a small bit of bronze sticking up out of the mud."